Node.js - HTTP Module
You want to serve static files from the
public folder but under the URL path prefix /static. Which code correctly achieves this?You want to serve static files from the public folder but under the URL path prefix /static. Which code correctly achieves this?
hard📝 Application Q15 of 15
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
Step 1: Understand URL prefix with express.static
To serve static files under a URL prefix, pass the prefix as the first argument toapp.use, then the static middleware.Step 2: Evaluate each option
app.use('/static', express.static('public')) correctly usesapp.use('/static', express.static('public')). Others either misuse paths or methods.Final Answer:
app.use('/static', express.static('public')) -> Option AQuick Check:
URL prefix with app.use('/prefix', express.static(folder)) = A [OK]
Quick Trick: Use app.use('/prefix', express.static('folder')) for URL prefix [OK]
Common Mistakes:
- Putting URL prefix inside express.static argument
- Using app.get instead of app.use for static files
- Mixing folder and URL prefix names
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